Hello everyone. I recently acquired a 1949 Flathead (45 ci), and its a basket case. I'm going to do my best to restore it to as close to stock as I can, but I'm having some issues finding parts. The part I'm having the most trouble with is the transmission. I'm looking for a 3-speed, 3-bolt, no reverse transmission. It needs to be either free-moving or needing only minimal work. If anyone has or knows where I could find one, I would be much appreciative.

Kenny, Keep in mind that even if you find a 3&R box it is the same. And using a standard 3 speed shifter gate effectively locks out the reverse function. O just open it up and replace reverse gear with the spacer like a 3 speed. Don't let reverse put you off.And welcome to the forum. We like 45s...Robbie

Note that the later selector drum in the trans. is the mirror image of the early one in order to reverse the shifting pattern to suit the later gearshift gate.You cannot simply reverse the little shifter lever on the box of a 45 " ..... as you can on a Big Twin.